A patient who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has been undergoing behavioral therapy but continues to exhibit symptoms that interfere with daily life. Which intervention will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient?
a. Alprazolam [Xanax]
b. Buspirone [Buspar]
c. Deep brain stimulation
d. Fluoxetine [Paxil]
D
Patients with OCD usually respond optimally to a combination of an SSRI, such as fluoxetine, and behavioral therapy. Alprazolam and buspirone are used to treat GAD. Deep brain stimulation is used when other therapies fail to treat OCD.
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____________________are conditions that indicate a problem may develop, causing the patient's health to worsen.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).